Performs quality maintenance on assigned aircraft in accordance with federal aviation regulations, original equipment manufacturers, or military technical orders as specified in the statement of work instructions.

Repair and replace aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and associated equipment.

Read and interpret manufacturers' and maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

Examine engines for oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions.

Must be capable of living and working in a potentially hostile environment for an extended period.

May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.

May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.

May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.

Must be able to travel to and between remote locations in austere and/or hostile environments.

Travel

This classification activity, while normally accomplished in a typical aviation maintenance environment, may require travel to and between remote location(s) in austere environments, CONUS and OCONUS locations, and require the individual to work outside the shop environment.